Safety Equipment

Putting Rescue Skills to Use on the Water Rescue expert Jim Coffey shows how swiftwater skills can be put to use on a typical day on the river with a mixed group of kayakers in this video.

Equipping Your PFD for Rescue Experienced rescuers equip their life jackets with pulleys, prussics, crib sheets, carabineers and other essential items.

How to Make a Flip Line Build your own flip line! Whether you're kayaking, rafting or canoeing, you'll find multiple uses for this easy-to-build webbing sling or guide belt.

How to Toss a Throw Bag The rescue throw bag is a must-carry for whitewater. Rescue instructor Jim Coffey shows the best techniques for accurately getting the rope to the swimmer.